Cement News tagged under: sustainability
Protecting natural water resources in the cement sector16 October 2023, Published under Cement NewsAt the Santa Rosa cement plant in Colombia, CEMEX has adopted a sustainable approach to its production process. Instead of relying on water from the Teusacá River, the plant utilises rainwater and surface run-off, employing water treatment and recirculation systems. This approach has allowed the plant to reduce its freshwater consumption by 100 per cent, actively contributing to the preservation of our planet’s most valuable resource. By Angie Milena Espinosa Alfaro, CEMEX, Colombia. ... |
CEMEX Philippines makes impressive debut on S&P's sustainability index16 October 2023, Published under Cement NewsCEMEX Philippines has been placed in the top 25 per cent of the construction materials industry in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for 2022. Marking the first time the company has taken part in the CSA, the result puts the company above the industry average for its environmental, social and governance (ESG) indicators as well as its economic performance. According to The Philippine Star, the cement producer scored particularly well in the areas of talent attract... |
CEMEX supplies Vertua to the world's largest medical complex12 October 2023, Published under Cement NewsCEMEX is providing more than 20,000 cubic yards of Vertua lower-carbon concrete for Houston Methodist’s Centennial Tower, the newest addition to the largest medical complex in the world. The 26-story tower, expected to begin a phased opening in 2027, will house a new and expanded emergency department, enhanced imaging services, and space for additional hospital beds. CEMEX has already supplied 11,000 cubic yards for the tower’s foundation. “CEMEX’s purpose of building a better future come... |
CEMEX returns to Mexican debt capital markets05 October 2023, Published under Cement NewsCEMEX has announced the successful pricing on 3 October 2023 of its sustainability-linked long-term notes for an aggregate principal amount of MXN6bn (US$332.6m), a transaction that represents its return to the Mexican debt market after a 15-year absence. The closing of the offering is expected to take place today, 5 October 2023, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The notes consist of two tranches: the first, for an amount of MXN1bn with a three-year tenor at a ... |
The pathway for graphene-powered green cement02 October 2023, Published under Cement NewsIn the race for low-carbon cement and concrete, interest in First Graphene Ltd’s proprietary PureGraph® additive brand has been gaining traction. With the focus now moving upstream, Michael Bell, CEO and MD of the Australia-based company, explains how the first commercial trials at the Hope Cement Works in the UK aim to find a simple, safe method of introducing graphene to industrial-scale cement production. Australia-based First Graphene is led by Michael Bell, CEO and MD (pictur... |
CEMEX joins UN Forward Faster initiative19 September 2023, Published under Cement NewsCEMEX has reaffirmed its commitment to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a series of collaborative efforts that seek to accelerate progress and inspire others in the private sector. Among these efforts are CEMEX’s participation in the UN’s Forward Faster initiative. Launched in September 2023 during the UN General Assembly week, the Forward Faster initiative aims to bring businesses together to accelerate their contribution to society in five action areas —gender equ... |
Votorantim Cimentos’ green credentials21 August 2023, Published under Cement NewsAs part of Votorantim Cimentos’ decarbonisation strategy, the company has become a pioneer in the promotion of Brazil’s first Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for cement and concrete products. The EPDs provide Votorantim’s customers with information on the environmental footprint of its products, enabling decisions geared toward more sustainable choices and helping them obtain green certifications. By Fabio Cirilo, Votorantim Cimentos, Brazil. First-ever environmental prod... |
CEMEX updates sustainability-linked Financing Framework15 August 2023, Published under Cement NewsCEMEX has updated its sustainability-linked Financing Framework to align with its more ambitious 2030 decarbonisation targets, announced on November 2022 and validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for alignment under its 1.5°C scenario. CEMEX’s framework, first issued in 2021, aligns the company's financing strategy with its corporate sustainability commitments. The framework establishes CEMEX’s guiding principles when issuing new sustainability-linked financing instr... |
Lucky Cement awarded 20th annual environment excellence award 202311 August 2023, Published under Cement NewsLucky Cement Ltd received the environment excellence award at the 20th Annual Environment Excellence Awards 2023, organised by The National Forum of Environment and Health (NFEH), recognising its commitment to sustainable development and contribution towards protecting the overall environment for a greener Pakistan. Chief Operating Officer of Lucky Cement Ltd, Amin Ganny , said, “We at Lucky Cement believe in environment-friendly practices and are committed to conserving the en... |
Lafarge Jordan launches Shamel eco cement08 August 2023, Published under Cement NewsHolcim Ltd subsidiary Lafarge Jordan Cement has introduced Shamel, an environmentally friendly cement as part of the company’s sustainability drive. In a statement, Lafarge Jordan CEO, Samaan Samaan, highlighted the company's successful transformation in adopting an environmentally-conscious approach, noting that the entire product range has been revamped to embrace eco-friendly alternatives, a strategic move that resonates with the global vision of its parent company. "Shamel" represe... |